Hanoi, Nov. 2 -- Party General Secretary To Lam has suggested the US continue supporting and expanding cooperation with Vietnam in addressing post-war issues, including dioxin cleanup, bomb and mine clearance, assistance for those with disabilities, and search and identification of remains of Vietnamese soldiers missing during the war.

These joint efforts not only carry profound humanitarian value but also serve as a vital foundation to heal the wounds of the past, build goodwill and mutual trust, and pave the way for a long-term partnership between the two countries, he told US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during a reception in Hanoi on November 2.

General Secretary Lam welcomed Hegseth's official visit which coincides with the 30th a...